Make a locker that can be opened

How to build a storage locker?

To build a storage locker, attach the shelves to the cleats, making sure the pieces of plywood fit properly into place. Smooth the edges with sandpaper. Secure the cleats to the frame with 1 1/4"" screws, ensuring they are horizontal. Build the doors for the locker, out of 3/4"" plywood.

How do you build a wooden locker?

To build a wooden locker, start by creating the frame. Cut the components out of 3/4″ plywood, making sure they are 15 3/4″ wide. Drill pocket holes as described in the diagram and secure them together with 1 1/4″ galvanized screws. Add waterproof glue to the joints to create a rigid structure.

How do you attach a locker?

This is a shot of the locker with the side pieces of the face frame attached. Measure and cut the bottom and top face frame pieces. Attach again, with wood glue and nails. Face frame complete. Now, flip the locker over and apply wood glue to the back of the back braces.

Do you need a built in locker?

Adding built in lockers is a great way to store shoes, hats, and jackets. Find out how to easily build your own lockers.

How do you attach a locker door to a base plate?

With the top and bottom hinges installed on the door we could then connect it to the base plates that are installed on the locker. These hinges have adjustability features that can be used to make sure the door lines up perfectly with the base plates. With the door installed, the middle hinge can then be installed as well.

How do you install locker hinges?

To install these hinges, we made a template by drilling a hole in a small piece of scrap wood the same way that we did the doors. Then we mounted a hinge to the template and located it on the locker where the door will go. With the smaller template in place we could mount the base plate to the locker and release it from the hinge and template.